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BT03 VDP

2003 MG ZS

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,845 mi
Last recorded103,845 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 MG ZS60,966 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 VDP
MakeMG
ModelZS
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2015 103,845 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 90,789 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 90,788 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 70,462 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 63,936 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 63,046 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 63,046 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 62,433 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 62,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 51,650 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 44,082 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 33,679 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 27,647 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 27,647 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the MG ZS?

Based on 361,123 MOT tests across 38,682 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
6,128
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
38,682
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 14,838
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,726
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,561
Stop lamp not working 7,137
parking brake recording little or no effort 6,487
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BT03 VDP is a 2003 MG ZS in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 MG ZS models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 60,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG ZS fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 14,838 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BT03 VDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG ZS typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this MG ZS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BT03 VDP registered?

BT03 VDP is a 2003 MG ZS, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is BT03 VDP safe to buy?

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